Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Plymouth
Salary: £45,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Sphere Solutions are working with a well-established regional construction contractor to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join their growing team, supporting construction projects across Devon and Cornwall.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced Health & Safety Manager, promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring the highest standards of compliance across a diverse portfolio of construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular site inspections and health & safety audits
• Provide practical health & safety advice and guidance to site teams
• Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
• Support investigations into accidents, incidents, and near misses
• Produce detailed audit reports and monitor corrective actions
• Work closely with the Health & Safety Manager to drive continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with operational teams, subcontractors, and clients
• Promote compliance with company procedures, Health & Safety legislation, and CDM Regulations
• Deliver toolbox talks and support ongoing health & safety initiatives where required

About You

• Previous experience as a Health & Safety Advisor within the construction industry
• NEBOSH General or NEBOSH Construction Certificate
• Experience carrying out site audits, inspections, and reviewing RAMS
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to projects across Devon and Cornwall

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of circa £45,000
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• Company pension scheme
• Holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Opportunity to join a growing regional contractor with a strong project pipeline
• Long-term career development within a supportive Health & Safety team

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.

Sphere Solutions are a leading recruitment specialist in the construction and engineering sectors, matching top talent with the region’s leading contractors.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Technical Coordinator

Cornwall | Permanent

Our client is an award-winning housebuilder delivering high-quality, distinctive residential developments across Cornwall. With a strong pipeline of projects, they are looking to strengthen their technical team with the appointment of a Technical Coordinator.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business and play a key role in coordinating technical information and working drawings to support the successful delivery of residential developments.

The Role

• Manage projects from design through to completion.
• Coordinate consultants, subcontractors and site teams.
• Manage planning, Building Control and NHBC approvals.
• Lead technical coordination of architects, engineers and M&E consultants.
• Assist with technical approvals, including:
  • Section 104
  • Section 38
  • Section 278 agreements
• Attend and occasionally chair pre-start meetings, coordinating project mobilisation.
• Support the Land and Planning teams with the discharge of planning conditions.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Technical Coordinator or Technical Manager within new build housing.
• Strong understanding of the residential development process from design through to completion.
• Experience coordinating consultants and design teams.
• Knowledge of planning, Building Control and NHBC requirements.
• Experience securing technical approvals, including Section 38, Section 104 and Section 278 agreements.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Opportunity to join an award-winning regional developer
• Long-term career progression
• Travel to sites across Cornwall as required

Apply

For an informal discussion, please contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888, or apply as instructed.

Sphere Solutions are one of the South West & Wales’ leading recruitment specialists within the built environment.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and our client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We are proud to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive and collaborative workplaces regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.

HGV Vac-Ex Driver
South West (Devon, Cornwall & Somerset)
Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: From £49,000 per year

The Role:
An experienced HGV Vac-Ex Driver is required to operate a modern Vac-Ex vehicle across sites throughout Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide variety of civil engineering and groundworks projects across the South West.

An immediate start is available for candidates who hold a valid HGV Class 2 License and Driver CPC.

About the Role
Joining a well-established and growing groundworks contractor, you’ll become part of a business delivering projects across multiple live sites throughout the region. The company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of health & safety, quality and efficiency, while also investing in the ongoing development and progression of its employees.

Requirements
Minimum 1 year’s Vac-Ex operating experience (essential)
HGV Class 2 License (essential)
Valid Driver CPC (essential)
Relevant operator tickets and certifications
A strong commitment to health and safety
Reliable, professional and able to work across multiple sites
What’s on Offer
Salary from £49,000 per year
Permanent, full-time position
Immediate start available
Modern equipment
Varied work across the South West
Long-term career opportunities with a growing contractor
Apply Today
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive and collaborative workplaces regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.

Document Controller

Location: Exeter
Salary: £35,000 + Excellent Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Sphere Solutions are working with a leading Tier 1 contractor to recruit an experienced Document Controller to join their construction team based in Exeter.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of projects across the South West. As Document Controller, you’ll play a key role in ensuring project documentation is managed accurately and efficiently throughout the construction lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all project documentation
• Maintain electronic document management systems (EDMS)
• Ensure documentation complies with company standards and project procedures
• Compile and manage Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals
• Monitor document workflows to ensure information is issued, received, and tracked correctly
• Support project teams with document control processes throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain accurate records of drawings, revisions, and technical documentation
• Liaise with project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients to ensure documentation is up to date

About You

• Previous experience as a Document Controller within the construction industry
• Strong knowledge of Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) and 4Projects
• Experience managing technical drawings and construction documentation
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and databases
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to travel to local project sites as required

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of circa £35,000
• Competitive company pension
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Enhanced family leave
• Opportunity to join a leading Tier 1 contractor with excellent career development opportunities

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.

Sphere Solutions are a leading recruitment specialist in the construction and engineering sectors, matching top talent with the region’s leading contractors.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Project Planner

Location: Dawlish (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Circa £55,000 + Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Sphere Solutions are working with a leading civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Project Planner to join their growing operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK, supporting both pre-construction and live project delivery. You’ll play a key role in developing robust programmes, monitoring project performance, and ensuring successful delivery in line with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Microsoft Project
• Produce NEC4-compliant construction programmes
• Prepare tender-stage programmes to support competitive bid submissions
• Monitor project progress and update programmes throughout project delivery
• Identify critical path activities, programme constraints, and project risks
• Carry out delay analysis and assess the impact of compensation events
• Develop resource-loaded programmes to support labour, plant, and resource planning
• Work closely with operational, commercial, and pre-construction teams
• Attend project sites across the UK as required

About You

• Previous experience as a Project Planner within a civil engineering or infrastructure contractor
• Strong working knowledge of NEC4 contracts and programme management
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and advanced Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK
• Marine, coastal, piling, or heavy civil engineering experience is desirable
• Knowledge of Asta Powerproject or Primavera P6 would be advantageous

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of circa £55,000
• Hybrid working
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical cover
• Matched pension scheme
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging infrastructure projects
• Long-term career progression within a growing civil engineering contractor

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.

Sphere Solutions are a leading recruitment specialist in the construction and engineering sectors, matching top talent with the region’s leading contractors.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Construction Manager

Exeter | Permanent | £85,000 + Benefits

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join a growing local organisation, taking responsibility for a broad range of construction activities across pre-construction, estimating, project delivery, maintenance, and operational management.

This is a unique opportunity for a commercially aware and hands-on construction professional who enjoys variety and thrives in an environment where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, working closely with the Directors and wider business to support continued growth and development.

The Role:

• Lead pre-construction activities, including cost planning, estimating, budgeting, and project feasibility reviews for new projects, typically within the commercial and agricultural sectors.
• Manage Design & Build projects from concept through to completion, ensuring successful delivery in terms of programme, quality, and cost.
• Oversee construction supervisors and in-house trades, including electricians, fabricators, and site operatives.
• Coordinate and manage external contractors and specialist subcontractors.
• Oversee refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement works across the company’s buildings, including reactive requirements where required.
• Take commercial responsibility for projects, including cost reviews, valuations, invoicing, and quantity surveying elements.
• Support procurement and purchasing activities.
• Provide construction expertise and support to the Directors on a variety of projects and business initiatives.

About You:

• Proven experience in a similar Construction Manager, Contracts Manager, or Project Manager position, with the ability to manage projects from inception through to completion.
• Experience within agricultural, industrial, commercial, or similar building sectors would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Design & Build delivery.
• Commercially minded with experience in estimating, budgeting, and cost control.
• Strong operational background with practical site and project management experience.
• Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to respond positively to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Cultural fit is just as important as technical capability. This role would suit someone who enjoys a varied working environment, takes ownership, and is comfortable working closely with senior leadership to influence and deliver construction solutions.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will also work closely with the wider Board of Directors, providing construction expertise and supporting future projects, improvements, and business growth.

The company is offering a salary of up to £85,000, alongside a company vehicle, private medical insurance, death in service benefit, pension, and a range of additional company benefits.

If this opportunity sounds of interest, please contact Jo on 01752 421888 for a confidential discussion.

Sphere Solutions are a leading recruitment specialist in the construction and engineering sectors, matching top talent with the region’s leading contractors.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Site Manager – Timber Frame

Wadebridge, Cornwall | Permanent

Salary: £60,000 + Car Allowance

Are you an experienced Site Manager with a background in new build housing? We’re working with a well-established contractor seeking a driven individual to lead the delivery of a high-quality timber frame residential development in a sought-after North Cornwall location.

The Role

• Manage the day-to-day running of a timber frame housing development.
• Lead site teams, subcontractors, and trades to deliver the programme safely and efficiently.
• Ensure exceptional build quality and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and site compliance.
• Liaise with Contracts, Technical, and Commercial teams to ensure successful project delivery.

About You

• Proven experience managing new build residential developments.
• Background working for a house builder or residential contractor.
• Experience with timber frame construction is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualified.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £60,000
• Car Allowance
• Permanent opportunity with a reputable and growing contractor
• High-quality residential project in North Cornwall

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888, or apply as instructed.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces—regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Design Manager – Major Construction Project | Gloucestershire | £40m Project ## Design Manager – Main Contractor Location: Near Gloucester, Gloucestershire Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full Time ## Design Manager Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join a leading UK construction contractor and take the lead on the design delivery of a £40 million construction project near Gloucester. This is a key leadership role where you will act as the Design Lead for the project, managing the design process from pre-construction through to project completion. Working closely with the Project Director, commercial and delivery teams, you will ensure that design information is coordinated, compliant, buildable, and delivered on programme. This role would suit a Design Manager with experience delivering complex construction projects for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 main contractor, ideally within the commercial, education, healthcare, defence, industrial, or public sector. ## Key Responsibilities – Lead and manage the design process throughout the project lifecycle. – Act as the Design Lead on a £40m construction scheme. – Coordinate consultant teams, architects, engineers, and specialist subcontractors. – Chair design team meetings and drive design progress against programme milestones. – Review design information for quality, compliance, buildability, and value engineering opportunities. – Manage the flow of design information to the site team, ensuring timely issue of coordinated drawings. – Work collaboratively with the commercial and construction teams to resolve technical challenges. – Ensure statutory approvals, planning conditions, and Building Regulations requirements are achieved. – Identify and manage design risks and opportunities. – Maintain excellent communication with the client and all project stakeholders. ## About You To be considered, you will ideally have: – Proven experience as a Design Manager working for a UK main contractor. – A strong track record delivering medium to large-scale construction projects. – Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams. – Excellent knowledge of construction methodologies and buildability. – Strong understanding of design coordination, programme management, and project delivery. – Experience using common document management systems such as Viewpoint, Asite, Aconex or similar. – Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. – A construction-related qualification (HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent) in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related discipline. ## What’s on Offer – Competitive salary. – Car allowance. – Annual bonus. – Private healthcare. – Pension scheme. – Generous annual leave entitlement. – Ongoing professional development and career progression. – Opportunity to lead the design on a landmark £40m project from start to finish. ## Why Apply? This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the UK’s most respected construction businesses and play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of a major project near Gloucester. You’ll have genuine ownership of the design function, working alongside an experienced project team on a high-profile scheme with excellent long-term career prospects. ## Apply Now If you are an experienced Design Manager, Senior Design Manager, Design Lead, or Construction Design Manager looking for your next challenge in Gloucestershire, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion.

Buyer – New Build Housing

Location: Central Cornwall
Salary: Up to £45,000 + Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in new build residential construction looking to join a close-knit, family-oriented housebuilder?

We’re working with a well-established regional housebuilder to recruit an experienced Buyer to join their friendly and supportive team based in Central Cornwall.

Reporting into the Commercial team, you’ll manage the purchasing process across multiple residential developments, building strong relationships with suppliers while ensuring materials are available to meet construction programmes.

This role would suit an organised and commercially aware Buyer who enjoys working within a collaborative environment and takes pride in building long-term supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure materials, plant, and subcontract services for new build residential developments across the South West
• Obtain competitive quotations and negotiate the best value with suppliers
• Raise and manage purchase orders using COINS
• Monitor material schedules and ensure timely deliveries to site
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers
• Work closely with the Commercial, Technical, and Site teams to meet build programmes
• Monitor costs and identify opportunities for savings and improved efficiencies
• Resolve supply issues quickly to minimise delays on site
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company procedures and budgets

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Buyer within a new build residential housebuilder
• Strong knowledge of construction materials and procurement processes
• Experience using COINS software
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple developments and priorities
• Full UK Driving Licence

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of up to £45,000, depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunity to join a friendly, family-feel housebuilder
• Stable pipeline of residential developments across Cornwall
• Supportive working environment where your contribution is valued
• Long-term career development opportunities

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.

Sphere Solutions are a leading recruitment specialist in the construction and engineering sectors, matching top talent with the region’s leading contractors.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Location: Bristol (with regional travel)
Salary: Up to £85,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Mechanical Building Services Engineer – Bristol

We’re working with one of the UK’s leading construction businesses, delivering some of the country’s most prestigious commercial, healthcare, education and public sector projects. Due to continued growth, they’re looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Building Services Engineer to join their regional team based in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business renowned for investing in its people, offering genuine career progression, long-term project pipelines and an outstanding benefits package.

The Role

As a Mechanical Building Services Engineer, you’ll play a key role throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring mechanical building services are designed, coordinated and installed to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Supporting tender and pre-construction activities, reviewing consultant designs and specifications.
• Carrying out buildability reviews and providing value engineering solutions.
• Coordinating design teams and chairing technical design workshops.
• Managing technical queries (RFIs) and ensuring design compliance.
• Reviewing subcontractor tenders and assessing technical submissions.
• Coordinating mechanical plant, equipment and specialist subcontractors.
• Managing installation drawings and ensuring projects remain on programme.
• Undertaking site inspections and working closely with construction teams.
• Supporting commissioning and ensuring high-quality project delivery.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Experience within Mechanical Building Services on construction projects.
• A Mechanical Engineering degree (or equivalent qualification).
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plant, mechanical systems and design coordination.
• Experience working with consultants, subcontractors and project delivery teams.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work both independently and collaboratively.

What’s On Offer?

• Salary up to £85,000
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• 8% Matched Pension
• Life Assurance
• 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Additional Wellbeing & Volunteering Days
• Flexible Benefits Scheme
• Ongoing Professional Development & Career Progression

Apply

If you’re looking to join a market-leading contractor delivering complex, high-profile projects with genuine opportunities to progress your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.